1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
